Tenders/2026/024 KiwiRail Heavy & Industrial MHE RFP

2026/024 KiwiRail Heavy & Industrial MHE RFP

KiwiRail Group

Published: Sep 21, 2026

Updated: Sep 23, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics, construction and civil works and information and communication technology sectors, with a focus on Rehabilitation and IT support. Located in New Zealand, Pacific & Oceania, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through GETS - New Zealand Government, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the transport and logistics sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This Request for Proposal (RFP) from New Zealand, sourced through gets_nz, pertains to the procurement of Heavy & Industrial Material Handling Equipment (MHE) for KiwiRail. KiwiRail, the national railway operator, is looking to acquire advanced MHE solutions to support its heavy and industrial operations. This procurement is critical for enhancing the efficiency, safety, and capacity of their logistics and maintenance activities. The RFP is expected to detail specific technical requirements for the MHE, which could include forklifts, cranes, reach stackers, or other specialized equipment designed for demanding industrial environments. Bidders will need to demonstrate their capability to supply, and potentially maintain, equipment that meets rigorous performance standards, durability requirements, and compliance with relevant New Zealand health and safety legislation. Key evaluation criteria will likely focus on the technical specifications of the proposed MHE, cost-effectiveness, supplier reliability, after-sales support, and delivery timelines. This initiative underscores KiwiRail's commitment to modernizing its operational infrastructure and improving service delivery across its network.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from GETS - New Zealand Government and was originally published on September 21, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About KiwiRail Group

KiwiRail Group has issued 24 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 12 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Transport & Logistics, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for New Zealand. Notices are distributed via GETS - New Zealand Government. Most recent publication: September 21, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in New Zealand. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit GETS - New Zealand Government to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by KiwiRail Group in New Zealand. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.